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Virginia Knecht Obituary

KNECHT, VIRGINIA L. "GINNY"

Age 74 of Horseheads, NY went to Heaven on Easter Sunday April 20, 2014 to join her husband Stanley. Ginny was born December 3, 1939 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Samuel and Katherine Jessup Josbeno. Ginny married her husband Stanley D. Knecht on May 19, 1962 and he pre-deceased her on July 15, 2003. She was a graduate of Robert Packer Hospital School of Nursing in Sayre, PA. Ginny retired as Director of Emergency Services at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY as well as being an active instructor in many EMS Training Programs in the area. She was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads for many years. Ginny loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them especially her grandchildren. Mrs. Knecht is survived by her loving son and daughter-in-law Stanley D. & Lisa Knecht Jr. of Geneva, NY; loving daughter and son-in-law: Theresa & Paul McKlevis of Horseheads, NY; beloved grandchildren: Christina Knecht and Jessica McKlevis both of Horseheads, NY and Brian (Jennalynn) Knecht of Geneva, NY; sisters: Theresa Josbeno and Bernadette Josbeno-Oakes both of Elmira, NY; brother and sister-in-law: Larry & Ceil Josbeno of Horseheads, NY; sisters-in-law: Jane Harshbarger and Georgia Porcelli both of Estero,Florida and Betty Lantz of Owego, NY; brother-in-law: Lloyd Splain of Chemung, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many many wonderful friends. The family is also grateful for the love and support she received from her long-time friend Libby Cantando. She was also pre-deceased by her 2 sisters: Sharon and Mary Claire Josbeno, as well as brothers-in-law: Dick Harshbarger, Tom Porcelli, Paul Lantz and sister-in-law: Alice Splain. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Wednesday April 23, 2014 from 4-8PM. Ginny's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Rick Farrell on Thursday April 24 at 11:30AM at St. Peter and Paul's Church St. Joseph's Blvd. Elmira, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mrs. Knecht through memorials to Robert Packer School of Nursing 1 Guthrie Square Attention Janeen Sheehe Sayre, PA 18840 or Notre Dame High School 1600 Maple Ave. Elmira, NY 14904.

Published by Star-Gazette from Apr. 21 to Apr. 24, 2014.
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May 5, 2014

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May 5, 2014

Stan,Theresa and Family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless.

Jennifer and Perry Treu (Berg)

Jennifer Berg

May 3, 2014

Dear Stan, Lisa and Bryan
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was quite an accomplished woman and someone to be proud of. We hope that you find the strength to endure the sad moments you will experience in the coming weeks and months. God Bless
Moe and Robin Merah

Robin Merah

April 27, 2014

My prayers and sympathy go out to you, Theresa, and all of your family on the passing of your sister, Ginny. Love and prayers to you.

Gary Searles

April 26, 2014

Stan, Lisa, Brian and Family - my sympathy and prayers are with you all.

Marlene Venuti

April 24, 2014

Theresa,Paul and Jessica, Our deepest sympathy ,thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time in need. What a wonderful day, Easter for your Mom to meet and share with the Lord on his day. She now walks in heaven with friends ,family and the Lord. We will keep you all of you in our prayers. Remember if there need or time that you are feeling low, Remember ALL the good times you shared with your Mom and family. We are here for you anytime. Lizzy, Steph and Ed

Corbins

April 23, 2014

To all of Ginny's family . I am so very sorry to hear of Ginny's death . She is the reason I became a St. Joe's graduate. A wonderful person and nurse. I have known Ginny for over 40 years and her family even longer. So very sorry.

Judy (Copp) (Collins) Tuccio

April 23, 2014

Dear Family of Ginny Knecht:
I'm so sorry for your loss. Ginny was a great person and a superior nurse. She will be missed. God Bless each of you at this sorrowful time.

Susie Sampsell-Wade

April 23, 2014

Ginny,a dear friend, a great nurse---she will be missed. In sympathy and prayers to the family.

Barbara Malecki Koelsch

April 23, 2014

Dear Family of Ginny,
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. There really are no words to express the feeling of losing a loved one. 'Time and unexpected events overtake us all.' (Eccl 9:11) May the God who is 'binding up the brokenhearted and comforting the mourning' be of comfort to you during this difficult time (Isaiah 61:1,2)
The Mock Family

April 23, 2014

Stan and Theresa sorry to hear about your mom, she was a great lady and have great memories from hanging out at your house.

Joe Dunlavey

April 23, 2014

Our thoughts go out to Ginny's family at this time. My mom, Pat Copp worked with her for many years at SJH. We lost her last year. May she rest in peace and may your beautiful memories keep you all close. Again, our most sincere sympathies are sent your way.

Karen Phillips

April 23, 2014

Theresa and Stan,
So sorry about your mom. She was a great lady and wonderful to be around - loved her smile and happy disposition.

Cindy Deats

April 22, 2014

Theresa and Bunny,
So sorry to hear of Ginny's passing. She was a special lady. Always helping someone....always happy to do so. She will be missed.

Kathy Reilly

April 22, 2014

Will always remember Ginny's smile and her happiness during our years of Nurses training.
My deepest Sympathy to her family.

Marie Bendt--Retter

April 22, 2014

I'll always remember Ginny's smile and encouragement through our 3 years at Packer. My deepest sympathy to her family.

Judy Nelson Barbour

April 22, 2014

Ginny, I know you are already in Heaven.No sweeter class mate ever lived. You were so loved by all. Packer classmate of '61

Mary Monahan-Burns

April 22, 2014

She is in our prayers. She was a wonderful person. I always enjoyed her smile.
My sympathy,
Tina christofaro - Orebaugh

Tina Christofaro -Orebaugh

April 22, 2014

Ginny will always be remembered for the love and compassion she surrounded her family and friends with ??. I fondly remember babysitting for you two. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless and be with you??

Helen Christofaro (Fuertsch)

April 22, 2014

I worked many years at St. Joe's ER with Ginny as my head nurse. I have so many great memories of those years. Ginny was a wonderful person and nurse! May you rest in peace Ginny! My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Meg Goodyear East

April 22, 2014

Theresa and family...we are so sorry for your loss..your mother was a wonderful person and will be missed..please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Samantha Pelchar

April 22, 2014

Paul, Theresa and family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Mother and Grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time in your lives. Take care. Love, Uncle Tony and Aunt Phyllis

Phyllis McKlevis

April 22, 2014

Theresa and Stanley, I am so sorry for your loss in your mother. I know the pain you are going thru as I lost mom in March. May she rest in peace and may God bless you in your time of need.

Sandy Mckown Henry

April 22, 2014

So very sorry for your loss, Ginny was a great lady,I have very fond memories of her and I learned so much from her! God bless you all

Diane Silvers

April 22, 2014

To "Ginny's" Family & Friends:
Just a great person & nurse!
My condolences and prayers.
Jim Manning
(currently in Florida)

James Manning

April 22, 2014

Theresa, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ginny, my prayers are with you and your family. Carole Ellison

April 22, 2014

Dear Theresa & Bunny, It's so hard to lose a sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. LeVon Ketter

April 22, 2014

Prayers to the family. So sorry for your loss.

Corinda and Darrick Clark Johnson

April 22, 2014

Stan and Theresa,
My heart goes out to you at this sorrowful time. Your mom was a wonderful friend in our neighborhood. I have fond memories of babysitting for you two. Your home was always filled with your mom's love and SMILE. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Sherry Deats

April 22, 2014

Theresa, I am sorry to hear of Ginny's passing. May she rest in peace.
Judy Gantert Eberle

April 22, 2014

I had the honor and pleasure of working with Ginny in the ER at St Josephs while she was there. She was a wonderful lady and a fabulous nurse as well as a great friend to all she came in contact with. She will always be remember and missed greatly. God Bless you Ginny. Heaven has gained one of the Best Nurses....

Nancy Davenport-Sabatura

April 22, 2014

Stan and Lisa so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Ina

April 21, 2014

My deepest Sympathy. Virginia was the reason I became a nurse.

Celeste Mickley-Carson

April 21, 2014

Ginny was one of the sweetest people I have ever met, and one of the toughest. She always had a smile and a hug, but when the ER was going crazy she kept everything under control, even managing the doctors. She was a great teacher to me and so many others. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

Mike Semel

April 21, 2014

Stanley and Theresa sorry to hear about your loss, may God bless your family

Paul Mack

April 21, 2014

Theresa and family,
I was so saddened to hear about your mom's passing. I remember her as a gentle, lovely woman and a wonderful nurse. You were truly blessed to have her in your life. My prayers and love to you!

Jean Goyette

April 21, 2014

Theresa and family so sorry to hear of your moms passing.May the Lord comfort you in your time of grief.

Barbara Jacobus

April 21, 2014

Theresa and family, so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I always remember her for the big smile she gave to everyone! May God comfort you at this time

Janet Mitchell

April 21, 2014

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